There’s never a dull moment in our creative Chubgirl Planner Group with members constantly surprising us! Our community doesn’t just journal, they experiment and transform simple journal pages into beautiful works of art. Many spreads feature interactive elements like folds, flaps, Dutch doors, and secret pockets. This month we’ve gathered 10 of the most creative journaling spreads shared by our community, each one packed with personality and a dash of crafty magic. Get ready to be inspired by layouts that do more than organize, they invite you to play!

1. Anna Trip

This festive weekly spread takes creativity to the next level with an interactive Dutch door that opens to reveal even more adorable North Pole themed planning space. Anna's design blends cozy village scenes, cute reindeer, and Santa stickers to make every day feel special. The thoughtful tabs and cut page add both function and fun, turning this journal page into a delightful winter wonderland.

2. Emilee Ertzbischoff

Emilee’s yearly calendar spread is a joyful showcase of all our subscription sticker themes, turning each month into a mini celebration! By pairing every calendar block with its own set of adorable characters from this year’s themes, she’s created a vibrant year-at-a-glance that’s bursting with personality. This layout keeps things fun, fresh, and perfectly coordinated all year round. It’s both practical and a super creative way to relive the best moments from each sticker set!

3. Lauri Katrina Howe

Lauri’s “My Best Gifts” spread brings holiday magic into her journal with a charming cupboard that opens to reveal handwritten treasures. The creative fold-out doors and playful sticker accents transform this page into a heartfelt display, honoring the people, values, and blessings she cherishes most. Every shelf is packed with love, family members, health and gratitude, reminding us that the greatest gifts aren’t found under a tree but within our own lives. This interactive layout is as thoughtful as it is delightful!

4. Lily Nhan

Lily’s weekly layout is a warm nod to autumn’s harvest, featuring adorable autumn bunnies and playful fall produce across a charming polaroid grid. The open space inside each box invites creativity and flexibility, while the tidy gingham background keeps everything fresh and organized. Little details like pumpkins, apples, and leaves bring seasonal cheer. This spread is both simple and delightful, perfect for journaling with a touch of whimsy.

5. Lisa Verzello

Lisa’s December monthly spread turns planning into a playful winter penguins party with a creative nod to glaciers! The hexagonal grid, inspired by the shapes of icy glaciers, gives the calendar a cool, unique twist and makes counting down to festive events a visual treat. Adorable penguins in party hats, balloons, and confetti fill the pages with celebration. With cheerful stickers and space for notes, this spread brings plenty of joy to the merriest month of the year.

6. Melissa Johnson

Melissa’s woodland-inspired weekly spread uses a Dutch door to add extra space and a whimsical twist! Autumn foxes and squirrels peek out from behind purple gingham panels and cozy autumnal scenes. The hand-drawn frames for the weekly boxes and playful layering of stickers make it perfect for jotting down daily tasks or little joys.

7. Nunie Vannabouathong

Nunie’s Staying Cozy November monthly spread is a playful masterpiece, complete with an oversized ball of yarn Dutch door that instantly draws the eye! Open it up to reveal a cozy calendar on one side and a detailed to-do list on the other, perfect for keeping life organized with a crafty twist.

8. Shannon Chambers

Shannon’s September spread puts a creative twist on weekly planning by cutting and transforming the Outdoor Adventure subscription’s month theme card into a unique diagonal layout. This inventive design slices across the page, adding movement and visual interest. With camping scenes and playful sticker accents, Shannon captures the spirit of adventure and turns her planner into an interactive, storybook forest!

9. Sheri Finlay

Sheri’s September mood tracker spread also uses the Outdoor Adventure theme! The centerpiece, a pond full of numbered fish, creates a playful way to track daily feelings, while the surrounding habit grids help keep routines in check. Forest animals and outdoor motifs set a peaceful scene that makes organization fun. By combining creativity with practical log sections for reading, moods, and habits, Sheri’s layout turns self-care and planning into a relaxing journey!

10. Siu E Lei

Siu-E’s festive gingerbread house bucket list spread turns holiday planning into a delightful countdown with interactive windows! Each flap opens to reveal a seasonal activity or cozy moment like baking, sipping cocoa, and writing cards, inviting you to savor every step of the Christmas season. Sweet details, candy accents, and playful characters make this layout feel like an advent calendar come to life! This creative spread brings warmth, fun, and a sprinkle of magic to December.

A huge thank you to everyone who shared their creative, hands-on spreads with us in the group! Your out-of-the-box ideas and inventive designs keep us all motivated to try new things and push our journaling further. If you’re new here and excited to explore interactive planning, we’d love for you to join our community! Keep posting, tagging us, and showing off your tricks, your creativity might just be featured next!